Can Cheese Mess with Your Stomach? Understanding Digestive Issues
                                
                                
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                                About 70% of the world's adult population has some form of lactose malabsorption, which is a key reason why **can cheese mess with your stomach** is a common question for many, leading to uncomfortable bloating, gas, and pain.